Page 20 - South Korea & Japan: Temples, Shrines & Seaside Treasures

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we’ll see one of the most popular shrines in
Japan: Fushimi-Inari. Located at the base of
Mount Inari, this eighth-century structure
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built to honor Inari, the god of rice. Then,
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a 2.5-mile route up to the mountain. As you
explore Fushimi-Inari, you’ll see hundreds
of statues of foxes, which are thought of as
Inari’s messengers.

After, we visit the sprawling Nijo Castle
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and are home to multiple palaces, gardens,
and water features. Among the most storied
of its properties is Ninomaru Palace, which
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noise if intruders entered. Then, we’ll have
lunch at a local restaurant before enjoying the
rest of the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps you’ll
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garden designed in the shape of a heart, but
be sure to reserve a space to visit this popular
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This evening we’ll enjoy our Farewell Dinner
at a local restaurant before returning to
our hotel.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 18 Return to U.S.

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